Like a gust of wind that knocks over tall trees but only leaves a slight tremble in smaller shrubs, the rise in overdose deaths has swept through the United States, affecting all communities to some extent. However, the impact has not been equal. A recent CDC study revealed that while overdose deaths increased by 30% in the overall population from 2019 to 2020, minority communities, particularly non-Hispanic Black and Native-American communities, experienced a disproportionately higher surge. It’s as if a storm is raging across the nation, but certain groups are left more exposed to its destructive power. This alarming disparity begs further investigation into the systemic factors and barriers that contribute to these disparities. Understanding and addressing these disparities with tailored interventions and policies will be crucial in reducing overdose deaths among minority populations. To learn more about the CDC study and its findings, check out the full article!
While the number of overdose deaths rose 30% in the overall population of the United States in 2019 and 2020, the rate of increase in the non-Hispanic Black and Native-American communities was disproportionately higher, according to a CDC study.
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